Shar Goolsby

With a compassionate and trauma-informed approach, Shar Goolsby brings a unique perspective to her therapeutic practice, specializing in healing the wounds of both childhood and adult trauma. As a National Certified Counselor (NCC) and Certified Mental Health Counselor (CMHC) pre-licensed professional, Shar is dedicated to creating a safe, judgement-free space for clients to explore their deepest concerns and work towards optimal mental and emotional health.

Shar's integrative approach draws from a variety of counseling services to meet the unique needs of her clients. She offers individual therapy, couples counseling, and group therapy, with a particular focus on addressing issues such as childhood and adult trauma, PTSD, and grief and loss. Her background in healthcare has instilled in her a deep awareness of the mind-body-spirit connection, allowing her to provide holistic care that addresses imbalances across all aspects of a client's well-being.

Having received special training to meet the needs of service members, veterans, and their families, Shar brings a nuanced understanding to the unique challenges faced by military communities. This specialized knowledge, combined with her role as a member of a military family herself, allows her to offer targeted support and interventions for those who have served and their loved ones.

Shar's educational background includes a M.Ed. in Clinical Mental Health Counseling with a concentration in Veterans and Military Family Trauma from William & Mary. She is also a Certified Integrative Energetic Medicine Practitioner, adding another dimension to her holistic approach to healing. Currently, Shar is pursuing certification as a trauma therapist through the Trauma Research Foundation's Certificate Program in Traumatic Stress Studies, further enhancing her expertise in trauma-informed care.

In her therapeutic work, Shar employs a range of evidence-based techniques including Solution-Focused therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Emotion Focused Therapy, Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Trauma Informed Yoga, and Animal Assisted Therapy. This diverse toolkit allows her to tailor her approach to each client's unique needs and preferences. Shar is also committed to cultural competence, serving as an ally and advocate for marginalized persons and demonstrating sensitivity to multicultural and LGBTQ+ issues.